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At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add a Principal Mission Assurance Engineer to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge electronics for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as primary subject matter expert for customer-specific mission assurance and quality requirements ensuring program activities, including design, manufacturing, integration, and test, are executed in compliance with all applicable requirements.
Drive implementation of mission assurance processes and any required modification of existing quality management system processes.
Ensure delivery of mission assurance customer deliverables including reporting and documentation.
Interface with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to support internal and external audits, customer reviews, and program milestones.
Partner with supply chain to ensure supplier flow-down and compliance with applicable requirements.
Ensure risk management activities and action plans are executed and maintained according to procedures and standards.
Lead investigation and disposition of major nonconformances and failures using root cause and corrective action methodologies.
Serve as mission assurance reviewer for design reviews and review boards including Corrective Action Review Board, Engineering Review Board, and Failure Review Board.
Provide training and guidance to engineering, program management, and operations teams on mission assurance processes and customer requirements.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related technical field
8+ years relevant work experience or training required
Experience in an aerospace, defense, or high-reliability industry
Deep, working knowledge of mission assurance requirements such as NASA, DoD, or similar high-reliability standards
Proven experience in developing, documenting, and implementing new processes and tailoring existing processes
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Strong digital, written, and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills for internal and external interactions
Experience with AS9100 Quality Management System compliance
Root cause analysis and continuous improvement